cankerworm

[US]/ˈkæŋ.kəˌwɜːrm/
[UK]/ˈkæŋ.kərˌwɝm/

Translation

n.A type of moth larva that feeds on the leaves and bark of trees, causing damage to them.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

cankerworm infestation

cankerworm damage

cankerworm control

cankerworm outbreak

cankerworm species

cankerworm larvae

cankerworm season

cankerworm moth

cankerworm population

cankerworm threat

Example Sentences

the cankerworm infested the trees in our garden.

farmers are concerned about cankerworm damage to their crops.

cankerworm outbreaks can lead to significant agricultural losses.

we need to find a way to control the cankerworm population.

the cankerworm's life cycle is fascinating to study.

using pesticides can help manage cankerworm infestations.

natural predators play a role in controlling cankerworm numbers.

during spring, cankerworm activity increases significantly.

identifying cankerworm species is crucial for effective management.

gardeners often report cankerworm issues in early summer.

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